Save your spot for the New Venture Challenge Finals on April 22
Join us at the New Venture Challenge (NVC) Finals on April 22 to watch ÀϾÅÆ·²è's top student, faculty and staff entrepreneurs pitch their innovative business ventures live to a panel of judges and compete for a share of $275,000.
Bringing ideas to life
The NVC Finals mark the culmination of a year‑long program supporting student, faculty, staff and alumni entrepreneurs through mentorship, workshops and pitch practices.
At the NVC Finals, the top six startups will compete in one of two categories: Deep Tech (scientific or technological innovations developed using fundamental scientific disciplines) or Open (solutions based in all other disciplines).
Program highlights
This year offers a full lineup of programming and entertainment including:
- Opening remarks by ÀϾÅÆ·²è Chancellor Justin Schwartz
- EmceesÌýAlbus BrooksÌýandÌýDianne Myles
- Entertainment by DJ Fa'Ddorah
- Vocal performance by the In the Buff A Capella Group
- Special appearance by ÀϾÅÆ·²è mascot, "Chip"
- Spotlight onÌýthe winning team of the 2026 High School New Venture Challenge—powered by FirstBank
- Presentation of theÌý2026ÌýInnovation & Entrepreneurship Awards
- Live voting for the $5,000 Audience Choice Award
ÀϾÅÆ·²è the New Venture Challenge (NVC)
—a signature programÌýof ÀϾÅÆ·²èÌý—is a launchpad for aspiring problem-solvers and creatives. Participants have the opportunity to build impactful ventures through entrepreneurial events and programming, community support, mentorship and the chance to compete for hundreds of thousands of dollars in funding.
Don't miss this exciting annual event. Save your spot—